Apparatus, method and code for fabrication of the apparatus, the apparatus comprising a cache providing a plurality of cache lines, each cache line storing a block of data; cache access control circuitry, responsive to an access request, to determine whether a hit condition is present in the cache; and cache configuration control circuitry to set, in response to a merging trigger event, merge indication state identifying multiple cache lines to be treated as a merged cache line to store multiple blocks of data, wherein when the merge indication state indicates that the given cache line is part of the merged cache line, the cache access control circuitry is responsive to detecting the hit condition to allow access to any of the data blocks stored in the multiple cache lines forming the merged cache line.
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17. A non-transitory computer-readable medium to store computer-readable code for fabrication of the apparatus of claim 1.
The invention relates to a computer-readable medium storing code for fabricating a specialized apparatus designed to process or manipulate materials, structures, or signals in a controlled manner. The apparatus includes a primary component configured to perform a specific function, such as generating, modifying, or analyzing a physical or digital output. This component operates in conjunction with secondary elements that enhance its performance, such as sensors, actuators, or processing units, which provide feedback or additional control. The apparatus may also include interfaces for inputting data, receiving instructions, or interfacing with external systems. The stored code on the computer-readable medium includes instructions for manufacturing the apparatus, specifying the materials, dimensions, and assembly processes required to produce the functional components. The fabrication process may involve techniques such as additive manufacturing, precision machining, or microfabrication, depending on the application. The invention addresses the need for precise, reproducible fabrication of specialized apparatuses to ensure consistent performance in industrial, scientific, or consumer applications. The stored code ensures that the apparatus is manufactured to exact specifications, reducing variability and improving reliability.
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